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Mercedes-Benz E 300e
Sedan · Phev · FWD
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BMW i5 eDrive40
Sedan · Electric · FWD
Mercedes-Benz E 300e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 300e
The Mercedes-Benz E 300e blends plug-in efficiency with brisk performance for premium buyers who split time between city commutes and longer trips. Five seats make it family-capable, though the 355-liter trunk and FWD setup temper cargo space and winter confidence.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safetyPlug-in hybrid
BMW i5 eDrive40
Car B
BMW i5 eDrive40
The BMW i5 eDrive40 is a premium electric saloon that blends long range with strong performance for road trips and daily use. Its high price and FWD layout may not suit shoppers prioritizing low cost or classic rear-drive dynamics.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety340 hpElectric
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 49 / 56
City 40 / 32
Budget / value 40 / 19
Road trip 59 / 65
Performance 34 / 32
Cargo 19 / 31
Practical 34 / 24
Premium 62 / 63
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 300e · Orange = BMW i5 eDrive40

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 300e BMW i5 eDrive40
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 300e

  • Efficient for its class with 1.5 L/100km combined consumption and ~50 km electric range when charged
  • 314 hp, 550 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s provide strong passing power
  • Plug-in hybrid flexibility: electric in town, gasoline support for road trips
  • Five seats suit upscale family duty

BMW i5 eDrive40

  • 561 km range supports long highway stints between charges
  • 560 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and luggage
  • 340 hp, 430 Nm and 5.7 s 0-100 km/h enable confident overtakes
  • Premium positioning with strong safety signals

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 300e if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz E 300e starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW i5 eDrive40 if…
More power
BMW i5 eDrive40 puts out 340 hp vs 314 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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